The Lounge
Welcome to The Lounge, your self-hosted web IRC client for the 21st century. With modern features such as push notifications, link previews, and file uploads, The Lounge brings IRC into the modern era. Stay connected to IRC servers even when you're offline and resume where you left off on any device, thanks to its responsive interface that works smoothly on every desktop, smartphone, and tablet. The Lounge supports multiple user accounts, allowing you to share your server with friends. It's a free and open-source app, licensed under the MIT license, and works on any OS where Node.js runs. The Lounge offers two modes: private and public. In private mode, it acts like a bouncer and a client combined, offering an experience similar to other modern chat applications. In public mode, it acts as an open chat available to anyone without registration. Enjoy the convenience of a modern, responsive, cross-platform, self-hosted web IRC client with The Lounge.
Quick Info
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | Communication |
| Subcategory | Chat & Messaging |
| Default Port | 9000 |
| Docker Image | ghcr.io/thelounge/thelounge:4.4.3 |
| Dependencies | Docker |
| OS Support | Ubuntu 22.04, Ubuntu 24.04, Debian 12 |
Links
- 🌐 Website
- 📚 Documentation
- 💻 GitHub